Consent Calendar: OGB Meeting — 2 October 2014

No objection to issuance of permit for new Birmingham Buff stone blocks at curved front stoop to match dimensions and profiles of existing stones, repair and re-install existing metal railing.

The Commission regrets that some of the windows were replaced with vinyl windows prior to review or permit.  No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement of vinyl windows (which are not appropriate in the historic district) with single-glazed wood windows as shown in supplemental information dated 20 August and 16 September 2014 which indicate 5/8 inch true divided lite wood muntins, half-screens.  The scope of work under this permit application includes the replacement of all vinyl windows on all facades of the building with the approved single-glazed wood window.  Install a replacement window sample on site at the first floor level for review by the Old Georgetown Board prior to ordering all the other windows.  Note:  Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations to storefront at the Lower Plaza at Washington Harbour, including vestibule, wood folding door system, decorative wood posts with rope lashing, outdoor seating terrace, and orange fabric awnings with lettering reading "The Orange Anchor" on valances as shown in supplemental drawings dated 30 September 2014. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance 2'x8' fabric banner with 9" tall letters reading "BONOBOS", brackets with flat finials, and 4" tall vinyl letters per supplemental drawings dated ___ October 2014.

No objection to issuance of permit for new wood door, garage lights, and metal stair with open risers, sandstone treads, and salvaged railing and newel posts per supplemental drawings dated 19 September 2014. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

The Commission regrets that alterations and site paving was done without review or permit. No objection to issuance of permit to add second story flat roof side addition provided setback is 8" from existing south wall, windows include muntins or rails no less than 1 3/4" and existing pavement is removed for landscape per supplemental drawings dated ___ October 2014. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to proposed concept design for new wood front doors and transom, rear additions, window alterations, standing seam metal roofs with skylights, planters, wood fence, and brick wall with roll-up door per supplemental drawings dated 23 September 2014. File new submission at DCRA with detailed drawings, dimensions and specifications with permit application for review by the Commission.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed addition and alterations to garage at rear private alley. Note that The L’Enfant Trust holds an easement on this property. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit to erect three stone crosses at top of berm, new stone veneer retaining walls at existing vent, removal of central portion of existing metal fence, and installation of two metal benches per drawings dated 18 September 2014. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for 6'-tall brick veneer/gray stucco walls with wood gate and 6'-tall wood fence per supplemental drawings dated ___ October 2014. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations, which include replacement storefront at reconfigured ATM vestibule, relocation of night drop, removal of light fixture and louvers, and replacement wood canopies with copper roofs over rear doors. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for new wood 4-panel front door to fit existing opening.

The Commission regrets that the railing on front stairs was replaced prior to review or permit. No objection to issuance of permit for existing metal railing with added bottom rail. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed sign composed of non-illuminated aluminum channel letters no taller than 5 1/2 inches reading "American Apparel" mounted to fascia of storefront cornice. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit to repair tin at front balcony with exact in-kind match, remove front shutters, enlarged areaway at rear basement window, in-kind replacement of membrane roof and deck at garage, and new wood garage door with increased height per supplemental drawings dated 3 October 2014. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed revision to approved design for a new railing to be located on the three first floor openings as shown in supplemental drawings dated 30 September 2014 which indicate that the new railing will be an open metal railing, fabricated from 3/4 inch and 1/2 inch square steel bars, welded together and pinned to the masonry jambs. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for pin-mounted 6-inch tall steel letters reading "1055 High" located in channel of entrance canopy.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed replacement of vinyl windows on front facade with single-glazed all-wood double-hung windows as shown in supplemental drawings dated 1 October 2014, provided new windows match profile, dimensions and detailing of original windows on adjacent houses on the row, including brick mould. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed illumination of two banners with two light fixtures each as part of the scope of work for larger project for the improvements to Cady's Alley. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed illumination of banner with two light fixtures as part of the scope of work for larger project for the improvements to Cady’s Alley. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed illumination of two banners with two light fixtures each as part of the scope of work for larger project for the improvements to Cady's Alley. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed light fixtures to illuminate stairs as part of the scope of work for larger project for the improvements to Cady's Alley. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed illumination of banner with two light fixtures as part of the scope of work for larger project for the improvements to Cady's Alley. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed illumination of two banners with two light fixtures each as part of the scope of work for larger project for the improvements to Cady's Alley. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed illumination of banner with two light fixtures and for non-illuminated planting strip as part of the scope of work for larger project for the improvements to Cady's Alley. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed illuminated planting strip as part of the scope of work for larger project for the improvements to Cady's Alley. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed illumination of two banners with two light fixtures and for proposed illuminated planting strips as part of the scope of work for larger project for the improvements to Cady's Alley. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed illuminated planting strips as part of the scope of work for larger project for the improvements to Cady's Alley. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed lighting strips at base of wall, with no landscaping, as part of the scope of work for larger project for the improvements to Cady's Alley. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.

No objection to issuance of permit for proposed alterations, including illuminated planting strips, illumination of banner with two light fixtures, and speeding table to match pavers on alley as part of the scope of work for larger project for the improvements to Cady's Alley. Note: Any subsequent modifications to the approved design, including those made during DCRA technical review, must be re-submitted to the Commission for approval prior to issuance of permit.